To be gay
The dilemma of the tormented gay community19 total reviews
Comment from sue133
Yes, you have stated this so well. I am now so familiar with the gay community that I don't even think who is and who isn't. It makes not a bit of difference and my gay friends are happy to go out with us 'hetrosexuals'. In lines 11 and 12, I wondered about the rhyming....'understood' and 'world'. I could be wrong so have a look. All the best. Susan
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
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Yes, you have stated this so well. I am now so familiar with the gay community that I don't even think who is and who isn't. It makes not a bit of difference and my gay friends are happy to go out with us 'hetrosexuals'. In lines 11 and 12, I wondered about the rhyming....'understood' and 'world'. I could be wrong so have a look. All the best. Susan
Comment Written 08-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
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Thanks Sue for your excellen re
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are strong, creative and thought provoking. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is perfect and compliments both the theme and
words of this poem.
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
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The author's words are strong, creative and thought provoking. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork is perfect and compliments both the theme and
words of this poem.
Comment Written 08-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
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Thanks for your review and comments, much appreciated Mary
Comment from ExperiencingLiphe
I love this. I wish everyone struggling with being gay/lesbian could read this. It's not who you love that matters. What matters is how you treat people, do you make a difference in someone's life, are you happy, etc. Wonderful job
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2017
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I love this. I wish everyone struggling with being gay/lesbian could read this. It's not who you love that matters. What matters is how you treat people, do you make a difference in someone's life, are you happy, etc. Wonderful job
Comment Written 08-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2017
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Hi, I am so pleased that you like my poem about being gay, I believe when people criticise, they are just ignorant. Mary
Comment from Chrissy710
Hi Mary Well done and yes who cares I have several Gay friends and work collegues and they are well respected and fun. I think it is time to accept this and just move on. I think your use of 'your' in line one maybe should be you're as I think you mean you are instead of your But I could be wrong. just a thought. Cheers Christine
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2017
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Hi Mary Well done and yes who cares I have several Gay friends and work collegues and they are well respected and fun. I think it is time to accept this and just move on. I think your use of 'your' in line one maybe should be you're as I think you mean you are instead of your But I could be wrong. just a thought. Cheers Christine
Comment Written 07-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2017
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Hi Chrissy, I am pleased you enjoyed the poem, and I am delighted you spotted the typo You're,
well done, Thanks Mary
Comment from Irish Rain
Amen. I can't believe God would condemn people for being gay, since many were born that way. I've heard many arguments, that God created male and female only...not true. There have been cases where a baby is born with both sexes, and of course, the parents have to choose. My point is...what's up with that? They obviously weren't created 'one or the other'...I'm not sure anyone is. Some are born straight, some gay. The gay people teach the world compassion, acceptance. They are born to straight couples...not a product of depravity. They are our children. They love us. We are to love them. If there is judging to do...the judgmental people need to stay out of it...and let God be the judge. I think God will love them as they are. Amen, blessings....
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2017
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Amen. I can't believe God would condemn people for being gay, since many were born that way. I've heard many arguments, that God created male and female only...not true. There have been cases where a baby is born with both sexes, and of course, the parents have to choose. My point is...what's up with that? They obviously weren't created 'one or the other'...I'm not sure anyone is. Some are born straight, some gay. The gay people teach the world compassion, acceptance. They are born to straight couples...not a product of depravity. They are our children. They love us. We are to love them. If there is judging to do...the judgmental people need to stay out of it...and let God be the judge. I think God will love them as they are. Amen, blessings....
Comment Written 06-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2017
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Thank you so much for your great comments. Mary
Comment from Bill O'Bier
If we possess enough courage to speak out about ourselves, we will find we are not alone. The single best thing about coming out of the closet is that nobody can insult you by telling you what you've just told them. Thanks for sharing this inspiring poem.
Bill~
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2017
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If we possess enough courage to speak out about ourselves, we will find we are not alone. The single best thing about coming out of the closet is that nobody can insult you by telling you what you've just told them. Thanks for sharing this inspiring poem.
Bill~
Comment Written 06-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2017
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Thanks Bill for your great comments in your review. Mary
Comment from Ella25
We are all loved and shall be respected. Your poem touches the subject many people don't want to talk. Yes, it is a cruel and cold world, though, there are more freedom and support than it used to be. Well written, from the heart, my friend. With love, Ella
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2017
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We are all loved and shall be respected. Your poem touches the subject many people don't want to talk. Yes, it is a cruel and cold world, though, there are more freedom and support than it used to be. Well written, from the heart, my friend. With love, Ella
Comment Written 06-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2017
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Thanks Ella for your welcome review. Mary
Comment from Joan E.
We've been watching the compelling ABC series "When We Rise," and it is very informative about the history of the gay movement in America. Your poem resonated many of the themes in this portrayal, and I admired your rhymed quatrains. Sighs- Joan
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2017
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We've been watching the compelling ABC series "When We Rise," and it is very informative about the history of the gay movement in America. Your poem resonated many of the themes in this portrayal, and I admired your rhymed quatrains. Sighs- Joan
Comment Written 06-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2017
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Thanks Joan, This was my very first poem to write on Fanstory back in 2013, I edited it and promoted it, I was not sure if it went into my new fans inboxes. Did you get it in your inbox?
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Yes, I received the poem as a new message today. It is a sensitive observation of a tormented community. Well done- Joan
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Homosexuality is a fact of life, and goes back to the year dot. Why society cannot accept it even today, is beyond my comprehension. Your poem highlights the problem and is a tribute to the gay community. A joy to read, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2017
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Homosexuality is a fact of life, and goes back to the year dot. Why society cannot accept it even today, is beyond my comprehension. Your poem highlights the problem and is a tribute to the gay community. A joy to read, love Dolly x
Comment Written 05-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2017
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Thank you so much for your excellent review, I appreciate it. Mary
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written poem. We are quick to judge the ones that are gay. We cannot ever reaally understand why? When someone close to you comes out of the closet. We think it is a choice but they are struggling for years with their emotions. We have no right to judge another.
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2017
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A very well-written poem. We are quick to judge the ones that are gay. We cannot ever reaally understand why? When someone close to you comes out of the closet. We think it is a choice but they are struggling for years with their emotions. We have no right to judge another.
Comment Written 05-Mar-2017
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2017
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Thank you so much Sandra for your excellent review, I appreciate it. Mary
